Designed for Secure Hooking
These non barbed hooks reduce the risk of deep hooking, making them ideal for ethical angling. The sharp points ensure effective penetration, while the lack of a barb allows for easier hook removal. This design minimises stress on the fish while maintaining a strong and secure hold.
Durable and Corrosion-Resistant Material
Constructed from high carbon steel, these hooks resist bending and breaking under pressure. The material ensures long-lasting performance, even in challenging freshwater conditions. The smooth finish also helps prevent line damage.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Suckerme
- MPN: BLHA-210
- Quantity: 210 pieces
- Material: High carbon steel
- Suitable for: Carp fishing, freshwater fishing
- Sizes included: #2, #4, #6, #8, #10
Non Barbed Hooks Size Details
| Hook Size |
Length (mm) |
Width (mm) |
Quantity |
| #2 |
26 |
11 |
25 |
| #4 |
24 |
11 |
35 |
| #6 |
21 |
10 |
40 |
| #8 |
18 |
9 |
50 |
| #10 |
17 |
9 |
60 |
Key Benefits
- Minimises injury to fish for ethical catch and release fishing.
- Sharp point ensures efficient penetration for a secure hold.
- High carbon steel resists bending and increases durability.
- Includes five different sizes for flexible fishing options.
- Ideal for carp fishing and other freshwater species.
When and Why to Use Non Barbed Hooks in New Zealand
Barbless hooks are a preferred choice for many anglers in New Zealand due to their fish-friendly design. Barbless hooks reduce harm to fish, making them ideal for catch and release fishing. Many freshwater fisheries, including some trout rivers and lakes, require or encourage the use of these hooks to protect fish populations.
New Zealand’s fisheries regulations promote sustainable fishing, especially in areas with high recreational fishing pressure. Non barbed hooks make it easier to remove the hook, reducing stress and increasing the survival rate of released fish. This is particularly important in regions where anglers frequently target trout, kahawai, and other native fish species.
Barbless hooks are also useful in saltwater fishing, where catch and release practices help maintain healthy fish stocks. Many anglers use them when fishing for snapper, trevally, and kingfish to allow smaller fish to be safely released. The design makes hook removal quicker, helping prevent injury to both the fish and the angler.
In addition, non barbed hooks provide a challenge for experienced anglers, as they require a steady and controlled technique to maintain tension during the fight. This makes them a great choice for sports fishing while ensuring a more ethical approach to angling.
Overall, whether fishing in freshwater rivers or coastal waters, barbless hooks offer an effective and responsible way to fish in New Zealand. They help protect fish stocks, improve catch and release success, and comply with local fishing regulations.
